em me 86 Reading Smarter Understanding the material you read and doing well on tests aren’t about reading faster. They’re about reading better, smarter (although you’ll probably find that adopting smart reading habits does save time). Rate how well each of the statements below describes your current reading habits, using this scale: 1 5 I rarely or never do this. 2 5 I sometimes do this. 3 5 I usually or always do this. Rating 1 2 3 1. I review the Table of Contents in a textbook before reading anything else so that I will have a good overview of the topics I’ll be studying. 2. I keep a pen or pencil, a highlighter, a notebook, and index cards (or computer) handy for taking notes. 3. I break my reading into chunks organized around key topics, then take a brief break between the chunks. 4. Before I start reading, I look over the assignment and review any outlines or overviews the instructor has given me to better understand the material and its organization. 5. I keep notes as I read, highlighting the main points, and jotting down questions the material raises and/or my thoughts on the various topics. 6. I jot down the key terms (printed in bold type ) as I read, then review them at the end, defining them in my own words and checking my understanding against the list of terms at the end of the chapter. 7. I quiz myself after I read, using the prepared questions at the end of each module or chapter. 8. I try to connect the content of what I am reading to myself and the world around me. 9. I review the assignment and look over my notes within 24 hours of my initial reading. 10. I read the summary at the end of each module or chapter, and then try to restate the main points in my own words. SCORING: Total the ratings for the 10 questions, and use the following guide to interpret your score: 26–30 points: Your effective reading habits not only make test-taking easier, they also expand your understanding of the world. 16–25 points: You have developed some excellent reading skills. Go back through the statements here to find more ways to improve your comprehension. 15 or less points: Good reading habits are useful strategies everyone can learn. Those who learn them get more out of their study time and score better on tests. You have the list. Get started.
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